The BBC is pursuing subpoenas for three members of former President Donald Trump's family as part of its defense against his $10 billion defamation lawsuit. In a court filing dated August 15, 2026, BBC attorneys stated that Trump's children, Donald Trump Jr. and Ivanka Trump, along with his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, possess personal knowledge relevant to the case.
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BBC seeks to subpoena Trump family members in defamation lawsuit
The BBC is seeking to subpoena Donald Trump Jr., Ivanka Trump, and Jared Kushner in response to a $10 billion defamation lawsuit filed by former President Donald Trump. The BBC's attorneys argue that these individuals have relevant personal knowledge for the case.
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